52/3 Criminal Division Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Court's hours?

We are open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Visit our Holiday Schedule to find out what holidays the Court is closed.

If I received a misdemeanor ticket what do I do?

If you received a non-alcohol or non-drug related offense, you need to come in to the court to be arraigned.

If you received an alcohol or drug related offense, you will be notified of your arraignment/pretrial date by mail within 6 to 8 weeks. If the address on your ticket is incorrect you will need to call the criminal division at 248-853-5553 to give us your correct address.

When and how are arraignments conducted?

Arraignments are conducted on a walk-in basis between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

My son, daughter, boyfriend, husband, wife, etc. has been taken into custody. How can I find out when he/she will be arraigned (informed of charges) at the court?

The arresting agency is responsible for bringing defendants to the court to be arraigned. The court has no prior knowledge of when a defendant will be brought over. If you would like to be present for the arraignment you are free to wait in the hallway until the defendant is brought in. If you have further questions, please contact the arresting police department.

When can I get my bond back?

When there is a final disposition on your case and all fines, fees and costs are satisfied.

I received an order for fingerprints. What do I do?

As long as you have already been fingerprinted for the current incident, you may disregard this order. The exception to this would be if you are contacted by an officer to return to be re-printed.

If you have not yet been fingerprinted, follow the instructions on the order.

I missed my PSI or Alcohol Evaluation. What do I do now?

You are still required to appear in court on your sentencing date. At that time, the Judge will address the situation.

How do I get a court appointed attorney and how much will one cost me?

How much money should I bring to my court date?

All fees and fines are assessed and due at time of sentencing. Fines and costs can be paid by cash, check, money order or credit card. Please be advised that restitution must be paid in cash. Please see our method of payment page for further details.

What if I need to travel while on bond?

While on bond, you are not allowed to leave the State of Michigan. Any work related or emergency travel outside the State of Michigan must be approved by the Judge. Please click here for further details.